Universities and Colleges in the Bay Area

Northern California's Culture of Learning

Representing some of the finest institutions in the world, the universities and colleges in the Bay Area near our Menlo Park hotel have acted as a catalyst for international growth. With some of the world’s brightest minds—like Elon Musk, Steve Wozniak, and more—coming from Bay Area schools, you couldn’t ask for a better undergraduate or graduate experience.

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Stanford University

Located just to the south of us, Stanford University is legendary for its research and rigor, as well as its athletics. Its position within the technology hub of the world, Silicon Valley, has made it among the most competitive schools in the country.

UC Berkeley

At the forefront of social justice issues in the U.S., UC Berkeley is known for its impassioned and informed students. Boasting a beautiful Bay Area location, this university is known for its majors in social sciences, engineering, and biological sciences.

Santa Clara University

Known for being a leading Jesuit institution, Santa Clara University has a long tradition of inquiry and development. Founded in 1851, Santa Clara is the oldest operating institution for higher learning in the state of California.

San Jose State University

As the oldest public college on the West Coast, San Jose State is the lynchpin of the California State University system. San Jose alumni are hired my more Silicon Valley firms than graduates of another other college or university.

Whether visiting students, preparing to launch a new chapter of your educational history, or joining colleagues for research and growth, the schools of the Bay Area are unparalleled.